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Taxonomy
Clade | gymnosperm |
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Family | Pinaceae |
Genus | Tsuga |
Species | canadensis |
Common Name | eastern hemlock |
iTree Code | TSCA |
Plant Form
Form | Tree: medium size, conical crown often with dropping terminal leader |
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Height | 80 feet |
Spread | 30 feet |
Deciduous | Yes |
Identification Description
Site Characteristics
USDA Zones
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pH Levels | Salt Tolerance | |||
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Min | 3b | Min | 4.1 | Soil | Intolerant |
Max | 7b | Max | 5.6 | Spray | Intolerant |
Shade Tolerance | Drought Tolerance | Allelopathy |
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Tolerant | Intolerant | No |
Species Status
Nebraska Native | |
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U.S. Native |
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Region of Origin | United States, Canada |
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